Chocolate Espresso Whoopie Pies for Father’s Day

By Lorraine

Dads oft times get a bum wrap and are portrayed as less than manly and capable. The role of dad is a huge responsibility and those guys who endeavor to meet the challenge are worthy of honor and respect. A little love can go a long way to say, I notice and appreciate you. Here is a special treat to make especially for him. Chocolate Espresso Whoopie Pies are decadent and delicious. They are easily transportable so he can even take them when he’s heading to his kids practices and games.

The dark chocolate cookie is rich and cake like. Or even brownie like, with a hint of coffee.

Two cookies are sandwiched together with a frosting filling that is light and fluffy with more coffee flavor!

Whenever a recipe called for instant espresso powder, I substitute instant coffee, preferably a dark roast. Just grind the granules with a mortal and pestle or press with the back of a spoon until it becomes a powder.

Add half of the flour mixture and half of the coffee mixture; beat just until blended.

Beat in remaining flour mixture and coffee mixture until smooth.

Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls 2-inches apart onto prepared cookie sheets. I use a scoop to reduce the mess and keep each cookie the same size.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until cookie springs back when lightly touched. Remove from oven and cool on cookie sheets 2 minutes. Remove cookies to wire racks and cool completely.

For The Center Frosting:

Beat powdered sugar and 3/4 cup butter in large bowl with mixer at medium speed until light and fluffy. Add espresso mixture and 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla; beat until smooth.

Pipe or spread 2 tablespoons frosting on flat side of half of the cookies; top with remaining cookies.

Unless dad is sharing with you and the kids, there will be more whoopie pies than he can eat. The good news is that they freeze really well. Place in an air-tight container between pieces of waxed paper to keep fresh and enjoy another day.

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If you are a fan of espresso, you might be interested in a post I shared about how I came to like it and how I make it at home. Find that post by clicking Espresso with Frothed Milk.